Melbourne Event Disclaimer

Melbourne Event Disclaimer:


Event Approval & Legal Compliance Notice


The Hachem Management Group (HMG) is pleased to announce the Australian Poker Tour (APT) Tournament Poker Fest Melbourne, hosted at Oakwood Premier Melbourne (Southbank, VIC) from May 30 to June 10.


Key Legal & Operational Disclosures


Preferred Third-Party Ticketing company


APT has engaged an independent ticketing agency (Dazzla Tickets) to manage tournament entries under standard industry terms. All fees collected are strictly for ticketing services and do not constitute administrative or management fees related to poker operations.


VGCCC Compliance

HMG/APT conducts poker tournaments in Victoria in accordance with the Gambling Regulation Act 2003 and applicable guidelines issued by the VGCCC.


HMG/APT confirms that no fees are charged for tournament administration, or dealer services. Tournament entry fees are paid out in players winnings in full.


Independent Governance

APT operates as a national sporting poker tournament tour under standard sports-ticketing frameworks. HMG/APT does not derive any revenues from entry fees in tournaments conducted in Victoria.


Amendments & Disputes

APT reserves the right to cancel/modify events with refunds issued via the ticketing agency. All disputes are subject to Victorian law.


Disclaimer

Participants acknowledge that poker involves financial risk. APT and HMG are not liable for player losses, disputes between players, or force major events (e.g. venue closures).


All players must be 18+ and comply with VGCCC requirements. ID verification is required.

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